By Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLPAnti-Inflammatory Dietitian and Nutritionist Have you ever wondered why two people can eat the same food and have completely different digestive experiences? One person may feel comfortable after a bowl of beans, while another experiences bloating, gas, or abdominal discomfort. Our digestive systems are influenced by many factors, […]

Understanding Nutrition, Food Safety, Government Regulation, and the Choices We Make Every Day By Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLPAnti-Inflammatory Dietitian and Nutritionist Updated October 15, 2026 Have you noticed more conversations about artificial food dyes, ultra-processed foods, and the ingredients in our food supply? You may have heard that certain food colors are […]

Stephanie Larmour Sanders MSRD, CDE, FNLP Anti-inflammatory Dietition Nutritionist Research published in 2024 and 2025 reinforces an important point: we cannot simply divide foods into “raw equals nutritious” and “cooked equals nutrient loss.” A comprehensive 2024 review examined how thermal processing affects polyphenols, carotenoids, glucosinolates, and vitamin C in fruits and vegetables. The researchers found […]

October 11, 2026 | SLS LLC Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition By Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLP Clinical Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Functional Nutritionist mindbodypelvis.com Introduction: Everyone Is Talking About Gut Health Gut health has become one of the most popular topics in nutrition and wellness. Walk through a grocery store, browse social media, or […]

Stephanie Larmour Sanders MSRD, CDE, FNLP This gently sweet dessert is anti-inflammatory and made without dairy, chocolate, citrus, or fermented ingredients. Makes: 4 servingsTime: About 25 minutes Ingredients Directions Optional toppings Low-histamine note Eat the pudding freshly prepared. Freeze any extra portions promptly in individual containers rather than storing them in the refrigerator for several […]

Stephanie Larmour Sanders MSRD, CDE, FNLP Anti-inflammatory Dietitian and Nutritionist More quinoa side-dish ideas 1. Quinoa with roasted vegetables Combine cooked quinoa with: Roast the vegetables at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, then fold them into freshly cooked quinoa. 2. Cucumber and herb quinoa This is a fresh alternative to traditional quinoa salad—without vinegar or lemon. […]

When the Tomatoes Are Thriving, the Lettuce Is Complaining, and Fall Is Waiting in the Wings Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLP**Clinical Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Functional Nutritionist ** August in a San Fernando Valley garden has a personality. It is hot. The tomatoes may be sprawling across their cages as if they own […]

Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLPClinical Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Functional Nutritionist Menopause is often discussed as though it ends when the hot flashes settle down. But menopause is actually a transition into another important stage of life. Postmenopause begins after a woman has gone 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period. From […]

Understanding the Root Causes, Nutrition Strategies, and Anti-Inflammatory Solutions By Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLP Anti-Inflammatory Dietitian and Nutritionist For many people, Sjögren’s syndrome begins with symptoms that seem unrelated: Unfortunately, these symptoms are often dismissed as part of aging or stress. However, symptoms are signals. Sjögren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disease in […]